The Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce is looking to hire a Rural Economic Development Advisor to do additional outreach to our members throughout the Kittiwake Coast, including membership development, working with municipalities on economic development opportunities and community social concerns. The successful applicant would spend significant time on the road working with businesses and stakeholders in person but be based out of our Gander office. This is a JCP job opportunity, open to all EI-Eligible candidates, starting on September 21.
Key responsibilities
- Working with municipalities in Central Newfoundland on economic development opportunities and community social concerns.
- Traveling on the road to meet businesses and stakeholders in person and from Gander
- Survey local businesses facing declining populations and succession issues and determine best steps forward to address concerns.
- Communicate directly with local businesses and stakeholders
- Provide regular updates and communications with Chamber Executive Director/Board of Directors
- Assist with the development of surveys, issue identification, strategic plans, communications plans and outreach activities.
- Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to during events.
- Other duties as required.
Skills & Qualifications
- Access to reliable transportation
- Communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment
- Independent self-driven mindset
- Time management skills
- Adept at multitasking
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 32 weeks
Pay: $17.00-$18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- This position is funded through a JCP grant. Any candidate must either be on Employment Insurance, or eligible for Employment insurance. Are you currently on EI, or are you EI Eligible?
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gander, NL A1V 1P6
